Home & Garden 2011

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// Volume One’s home & garden special section

We know you’re excited that spring is finally here – we all are – but while we imagine Saturday afternoons relaxing in the sun with a nice book and pitcher of lemonade, chances are you’ll be spending the next several months doing yard work. Prepping the garden, reseeding and mowing the lawn, fixing the siding, et al. Well with

Volume One’s annual At Home special section, we’ve made your road ahead easier and far more fun. Check out stories on guerilla gardening, tips for first-time home buyers, choosing indoor plants, interior design in a down economy, and listings of all the garden centers, interior design places, and events in the Valley.

Editor/Writer: Trevor Kupfer Photography: Andrea Paulseth (cover) & Marisa Wojcik Contributors: Jerry Paulus, Alissa Peterson & Lauren Buelow-Cunningham Design: Brian Moen & Josh Smeltzer

Breaking the Law Never Felt So Fresh the guerilla gardening movement The movement known today as “guerilla gardening” – or planting on another person or entity’s land without permission – is credited back to 1973, when a group of foliage-friendly folks in New York came together under the direction of Liz Christy to reshape a neglected private lot. The group, Green Guerrillas, transformed the lot that is now protected by the city and maintained by volunteers. But apparently they hadn’t heard of the true pioneer, Johnny Appleseed.

Many of the publicized instances of guerilla gardening revolve around a semi-political activism purpose, usually reclaiming a public area that has gone unused or become an eyesore, and owners have revitalization low on their to-do list. So that’s where concerned and determined citizens come into play.

Some sites are common areas that cities often don’t want the burden of maintaining (like medians, roundabouts, or bollards), while others target run-down or uncommon spots of urbanization where something could grow, but often does not (like cracked streets and alleyways).

Most guerrillas wait until after nightfall to begin digging to protect their identity, since the act of altering someone else’s property is illegal.

Until recently, there were no reported arrests, just inquisitions and threats of action, because most think it’s a positive thing. But all it takes is one person to find it disagreeable. Last spring a

BY ALISSA PETERSON

Moss Graffiti also illegal, and also green

BY TREVOR KUPFER

group in Stevens Point got arrested on a four-acre downtown lot that has sat unused for 15 years. Their crime?

Trespassing and trying to build a series of raised garden beds.

But there’s plenty of success stories, too, like the more than 1,000 volunteers

ing clods of packed soil, clay, and seeds into an area to slowly produce new vegetation in spots that have been gated off or are inaccessible. A group in L.A. called Greenaid has converted vintage gumball machines into seedbomb dispensers, and another in Brussels pro-

Last spring a group in Stevens Point got arrested on a four-acre downtown lot that has sat unused for 15 years. Their crime?

Trespassing and trying to build a series of raised garden beds. who came together to create a massive garden overnight in Copenhagen back in 1996. GuerillaGardening.org is the most visible arena for these. It’s a blog with tips (use hearty perennials so you don’t have to regularly maintain and water illegal plantings) as well as a social networking tool that lets gardeners document their finished projects.

To date, the site has projects from more than 30 countries and boasts loads of active groups. Its creator also wrote the book On Guerilla Gardening.

One of the types of guerilla gardening is “Seed Bombing,” involving throw-

motes May 1 as International Sunflower Guerilla Gardening Day. Guess what they call for?

These guerilla gardens aren’t just for flowers and shrubs, either. Several countries where urban developments have left minimal farming land are using this as a way to plant edible crops. In fact, today almost 70 percent of Cuba’s fresh produce is harvested from guerilla gardening in urban spaces.

DISCLAIMER: So, to be clear, we’re not covering this to promote it. It’s just, like, really interesting and stuff. It’s

not like we have an agenda and have spots around the city in mind. Or that we’re hoping you’ll go out and beautify them. That’s illegal. And we’re not your accomplice. No matter how positive it is. Seriously. You didn’t hear this from us. You could have heard about this anywhere. And you knew that it was illegal. (Please don’t tell on us.)

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Dubbed “the next big thing” by Juxtapoz Magazine in January, Moss Graffiti or Green Graffiti is a new movement that is just like it sounds.

Recipes at loads of online sources vary slightly in their ingredients, but the concept is the same. Transport some moss from its natural habitat and create a customizable graffiti chia pet (of sorts) with the idea of changing the face of urban landscapes. While most are literally living graffiti on building walls, some are taking it more extreme by covering the entirety of abandoned cars or putting poetry on businesses.

It’s a newer option in the larger genre of “guerilla gardening,” but it has also adopted the tenets of graffiti art as people hit the streets and create works that speak to urbanization issues. For example, one Brooklyn, New York artist made a series (tags) of animal pieces on brick walls to show how divorced city slickers are from the natural world.

It’s not as if we’re saying you should do this, and thus, break the law. But, you know, it is pretty cool …

Recipe Variations: 2-3 handfuls or clumps of moss 2-3 cups lukewarm water or beer ½ tsp sugar or 2 tbsp water-retention gel ½-2 cups buttermilk or natural yogurt Directions: crumble moss, toss in blender, then pour in liquids. Then buttermilk/yogurt. Then sugar. Pulse blend it until looks creamy. Pour into bucket. Apply to wood or rough concrete. Mist weekly.

Buying a Home? Read This First. helpful tips for the first-time home buyer Buying an existing home or building a new home may be the largest purchase of your life, therefore it should be entered into cautiously – especially for the first-time home buyer.

The first step would be to contact a lending institution to determine how much you can afford to spend on your new home. Keep in mind your income may allow you to buy a more expensive home with a payment per month that you will not be comfortable with. This eliminates looking at those homes out of your price range, and the disappointment that would have followed if you did.

The next step will be to locate an existing neighborhood or new subdivision in a location convenient to your present and future needs. Consider distances to schools, work, and shopping.

Also consider undesirable features such as busy highways or streets and proximity to commercial or industrial sites, places with possible noise, lighting, or odor issues. Also check to see if there are any future development plans that may not be desirable.

After finding an existing home that fits your budget, location, and personal taste requirements, the next step is to procure an accepted offer to purchase, subject to a third party home inspection.

Most lenders will require this inspection, but in all cases the buyer should demand such an inspection. This will point out any structural or mechanical problems as well as any potential health issues.

The buyer can then negotiate with the seller to either correct the problem or adjust the price so the buyer can handle it themselves. It should be noted that the buyer will be in control at this point.

Building a new home will not typically require this third party inspection.

Your new home would be built under a building code and watchful eye of a building inspector and require an occupancy inspection prior to moving in.

It should be noted if you are considering buying an existing home and remodeling that you check with zoning

BY JERRY PAULUS, long-time local home builder

and building officials and check building covenants for the sub-division to ensure you can do the improvements you have in mind.

Building a new home will require considerably more time on the buyer’s part. As well as the items mentioned above, you will need to consider building plans, contractor selection, selection of building materials, and the final contract price and documents. All of this needs to fit into your time frame and that of the contractor. How well you have done all this pre-project planning will determine if the path to the completion of your home is a smooth ride or filled with bumps and potholes.

Select your new home or remodeling contractors by talking to friends who have just built. Be sure they’ve built projects similar to yours. Ask for the past and present customer references, banking references, and trade references. Be sure to actually check these references out. Ask to see completed work as well as works in progress. Ask to see building credentials and insurance certificates and check that they’re current. Above all, be sure they are someone you can eas-

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ily talk to and that inspires confidence.

After all, you’re going to be business partners for the next several months.

It is usually best for first-time home buyers to indicate to their contractor their budget and what type of home they are considering (ranch, split level, twostory), bedroom requirements, bathroom requirements, great room versus living room, dining and family rooms separated, and basement and garage needs. This will allow them to return with plans that fit the budget and satisfy your needs. For move-up and luxury home buyers, you want to consider an architect or designer prior to talking with a contractor.

First-time home contractors typically have an existing library of home plans they can show you for starters in your price range, and you can customize these plans to meet your specifics and tastes.

For first-time home buyers, it is advisable to demand a firm price contract that includes price, material specifications, terms of payment, handling of change orders, final and detailed building plans, and production schedule. In terms of material specifications try to avoid “or equal” clauses as this allows for substitutions. Also in your fixed price contract there will be allowance amounts plugged in typically for cabinets and countertops, appliances, and light fixtures. While these allowance amounts are typically acceptable, be sure to spend the time shopping for these items prior to the signing so you are confident the dollar amounts will actually cover the quantity and quality of the items you want.

This article offers just a thumbnail sketch of things to consider when buying and existing home, or building a new home. For the most part contractors in the Chippewa Valley are professionals of high integrity and very proud of their profession. It’s just a matter of finding the one you are most comfortable working with.

Recession Chic rethinking your home’s interior in a down economy

BY LAUREN BUELOW-CUNNINGHAM

Most people might assume that during a recession, an interior designer might feel pretty discouraged. No one is remodeling, restoring or upgrading, right? Not so, says Bonnie Feltz, owner of Department of Interiors in Eau Claire.

In Feltz’s 25 years of experience, when the economy takes a dip, people look to their living spaces as their source of entertainment, family unity, and peace of mind.

While hiring an interior designer is considered by many to be a luxury no matter what your economic situation, Feltz finds that during tough times, people consider their homes to be their refuge. They are still willing to invest, not to increase the value in hopes of selling, but to invest in their quality of life.

“When the economy is up, I do about 50/50 commercial and home business,” Feltz said. “When the economy is down, I see much more demand for home improvements.”

“In a down economy, people spend more time at home,” Feltz said. “They are entertaining more at home, and so they upgrade their kitchens or create home entertainment or theater rooms.

They contemplate what is more important in life, so they create more romantic master bedrooms or more personal spaces for children.”

With fewer people working full time, Feltz regards the extra time as an opportunity for some quality soul-searching.

During tougher times, she often receives requests to create tranquil spaces for meditation and reading.

Another reality facing several American families during this recession is multiple generations living together under one roof. Economic strife can cause many children to move back in with their parents, often bringing children of their own. Feltz helps these families fit into the space they have.

“I created an apartment over a garage for a family whose daughter and granddaughter came to live with them, and I helped another family extend their kitchen into a portion of their three-car garage,” Feltz said. “We help them create new spaces within the footprint of their existing home.”

If you are feeling the strain of these tough times and want create a more inspiring and personal space for yourself, try these tips direct from Bonnie Feltz:

A Change of Scenery: tips to decorate in a down economy

• Repurpose items in storage. Paint a wooden chair, add a festive pillow, and place outside your front door to welcome guests. Paint an old lamp a fresh, new color and add a new shade.

• Search used furniture stores for items that can be painted and add new hardware. Don’t forget to use items in a different way. A dresser could become a bathroom vanity. A wooden table could become a desk.

• Paint is the least expensive decorating tool you can find. Freshen up your rooms with a coat. Red is great in a kitchen or dining room because it increases appetite and encourages conversation. Dark brown is fabulous in a bedroom as it helps you feel grounded and promotes rest.

• Spruce up living spaces with colorful pillows, art, and accessories. Can’t afford to purchase artwork? How about framing some of your children’s art?

Not only does this decorate your room it will lift your child’s self-esteem.

• If you’re really looking to save money, just changing up the layout of a room can do wonders.

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THE Garden Centers Aquarian Gardens N2548 440th St., Downsville • 6648808 • www.aquarian-gardens.com Though this business specializes in designing and maintaining a garden for you, they also have a shop where you can buy various plants (either by chance or appointment).

Bobolink Nursery LLC N6548 429th St., Menomonie • 231-3901 • bobolinknursery.com Bobolink’s barn-style garden center and three large growing ranges are packed with perennials, vegetables, annuals, shrubs, and trees.

Dan and Amy Dopkins have been in the plant growing business for essentially their entire lives and are will be more than happy to pass their knowledge on to you.

Chippewa Valley Growers 3033 Prill Road, Eau Claire • 839-8448 • chippewavalleygrowers.com Carries a wide variety of stock, specializing in bedding plants, flowers, and vegetables.

Christensen Florist & Greenhouses 1210 Mansfield

St, Chippewa Falls • 723-7418 • christensenflorist.com Carries a variety of annuals, perennials, vegetables, and herbs.

Circle M Nursery 3942 103rd St, Chippewa Falls • 723-

4247 • Circle M has served as a complete garden center for the Chippewa Valley for over 35 years, providing trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, black dirt, mulches, and flexible landscaping services.

Dave Bresina’s Nursery 9885 Hwy Q, Chippewa

Falls • 723-3080 • Bresina’s nursery is stocked full of the rocks, dirts, plants, and trees you need to turn your landscape into something worth looking at.

Down To Earth Garden Center 22223 Hwy O, Cadott

• dwntoearth.com The Down to Earth Garden Center is a relaxing and spacious environment in which potential planters can find greeneries of every kind. In addition, Down to Earth now offers pond plants and fine imported koi with great marking and bright colors.

The Flower Farm 6400 State Rd 93, Eau Claire • 832-

7189 • Established in 1988, The Flower Farm carries a wide variety of plants and herbs.

Gordy’s County Market Garden Center 17158 Hwy J,

Chippewa Falls • 738-7885 • Provides trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, garden decor, mulches, fertilizers, landscaping accesories. In addition, Gordy’s offers rental of larger gardening and landscaping tools for those projects you can’t tackle yourself.

Green Oasis Garden Center 1403 122nd St., Lake Hallie • 832-0800 ext. 100 • www.greenergrasssystems. com Freshly opened, this locale offers lawn art and accessories, plus various trees, ornamental grasses, perennials, mulch, dirt, compost, and patio block.

Grinde’s Garden Center 2903 Preston Road, Eau

Claire • 833-2292 • Family owned for 27 years, Grinde’s greenhouses offer a full line of self-produced vegetables, plants, flowers, seeds and hanging baskets.

Halfen Garden Center and Hosta Heaven 19130 72nd

Ave, Chippewa Falls • 723-3414 • halfengardencenter. com Halfen Garden Center offers a wide array of vines, annuals, vegetables, fruits, trees, and shrubs, but its true claim to fame is its wide selection of lily-like Hostas.

Halfen’s Hosta Heaven boasts over 500 variations of Hostas, the largest selection in the Chippewa Valley.

Klinger Farm Market 12756 132nd St, Chippewa Falls • 288-6348 • In addition to 17 greenhouses full of flowers, vegetable plants, herbs, shrubs, trees, hanging baskets, water plants, and house plants, Klinger offers a swath of freshly grown produce, home and garden ornaments, bird baths, jams, honeys, and organic gardening products.

LIST Kopp’s Growing Grounds 109 Westover Rd, Eau Claire • 834-2569 • Kopp’s offers everything you’d want to grow outside, from small plants all the way up to trees and shrubs.

Lake Hallie Landscape 3261 S Joles Pkwy, Lake

Hallie • 723-0800 • lakehallielandscape.com In addition to their landscaping services Lake Hallie provides a selection of trees, ornamental grasses, perennials, colored mulch, black dirt, and compost for your lawn and garden needs.

Lowes Creek Tree Farm S9475 Lowes Creek Rd, Eleva

• 878-4166 • lowescreektreefarm.com While known for its large stock of evergreen trees, ranging from spruces to firs to pines, Lowes Creek also offers over 50 varieties of potted shade trees as well as hardwood, flowering, and fruit trees which they’d be happy to both deliver and plant at your home.

May’s Floral Garden 3015 E. Hamilton Ave., Eau Claire • Primarily a florist, May’s location on Jeffers Road also features a greenhouse with several flats of annuals and perennials. Both locations also carry various gardening supplies.

Menards 3619 South Hastings Way, Eau Claire • me-

nards.com Menards offers a full-blown garden center and every tool you could ever think of needing to tend your garden, making it a convenient one-stop shop for your gardening needs.

Paint Creek Nursery & Tree Farm 3215 North 140th

Ave, Cadott • 723-2072 • paintcreeknursery.com A variety of native tree species, including conifers, hardwoods, and shrubs, that can be purchased either as seedlings or transplants.

Petit Jardin 13803 7th St, Osseo • 597-2525 • www.

cabin-chic.com Complete with a Hobbit House and grounds on the bank of Lake Martha, Petit Jardin has a large selection of native perennials, specialty annuals, herbs, trees, and shrubs, with an emphasis on organic and sustainable gardening.

Plant Marketing LLC 819 W Shorewood Dr, Eau Claire

• 836-8224 • plantorders.com A grower and marketing agent of live plants, specializing in the distribution of foliage, bedding, perennials, cacti, blooming, and holiday/seasonal plants.

This “Eco Chic” kitchen design is just one of many found on the resumé of Adrienne Dorig Leland and Dorig Designs, specializing in kitchens, bathrooms, and custom cabinetry.

Interior Design & Furnishings

Ashley Furniture 2321 Olson Dr., Chippewa Falls • 720-0806 • www.ashleyfurniture.com A national furniture chain.

Autumn Hill Home Boutique 305 S Barstow St, Eau

Claire • 831-0500 • www.autumnhillhome.com A retail furniture, home decor, and gift boutique specializing in cottage style furniture, bedding, lighting, and children’s furniture.

Bed Bath & Drapery Shop 3475 E Hamilton Ave, Eau

Claire • 839-9000 • www.bedbathanddrapery.com A

bed, bath, and drapery store with decorating services that include free home or business consultation.

Bush Budget Furniture 2402 London Rd, Eau Claire • 835-8426 • A privately owned furniture store, sells numerous brand-name furnishings as well as bedding.

C design Interiors & Textiles 217 N Bridge St, Chip-

pewa Falls • 416-0825 • This local business makes custom-designed window treatments and slipcovers, plus their stock includes rugs, decor, and furniture.

Cabin Chic 13803 7th St, Osseo • 597-2525 • www.

cabin-chic.com With the tagline “in the woods ... on the water ... at the ranch,” Cabin Chic has a diverse selection of home decor and furnishings, many of them made by local artisans.

The Potting Shed 1728 N Hillcrest Pkwy., Altoona • 831-4000 • thepottingshed1.com The Potting Shed carries a plethora of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees to help homeowners with their do-it-yourself landscaping needs.

Sears Hometown Store 2521 Hills Court, Menomonie • 232-8086 • searshometownstores.com Sears sells the supplies every home gardener needs to keep their plants in top shape.

Season’s Harvest Greenhouse E5345 County Rd D, Menomonie • 231-4769 • seasonsharvestgreenhouse. com Season’s Harvest has an impressive 6 greenhouses full of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, vegetables, and herbs. Also, the potting shed station located outside the greenhouses allows you to mix, match, and plant your flowers right after or while you’re browsing.

Shopko 955 Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • shopko.com

Between their outdoor garden center and the tools and supplies they sell in-store, Shopko offers everything you need to get your garden started right.

True Value 17168 Hwy J, Chippewa Falls • truevalue. com From hoses to hoes, sprinklers to spades, True Value offers most every tool you’ll need to tend your garden.

Wal-Mart 3915 Gateway Dr, Eau Claire • walmart.com Wal-Mart has the plants, flowers, and supplies you need at the price you can afford.

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Cadeaux Gifts 2803 E. Hamilton Ave., Eau Claire • 715832-2236 • www.cadeauxgifts.com Various home décor items and limited furnishings.

Carpe-Diem 129 Main St E, Menomonie • 231-4030 • Home decor and gifts Cedar Corporation 604 Wilson Ave, Menomonie • 235-

9081 • www.cedarcorp.com Provides engineering and architecture, this company also does interior design.

Charlson’s Interior Design 97 W Madison St,, Eau Claire • 835-5144 • Specializes in custom woodworking, namely cabinets.

CITYLIVING 312 S Barstow St, Eau Claire • 864-1248

• www.ceceliacronk.com With a portfolio that includes Metropolis Hotel and the model Phoenix Park apartments, interior designer Ceclia Cronk offers high fashion modern design for your home or business.

Classics Furniture & Lighting Design Studio 2510 S Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 835-4500 • www.classicsfurniturestudio.com A local furnishings business with a staff of designers available to makeover rooms in homes or businesses.

Clearwater Cabinetry & Design 4163 124th St., Chip-

pewa Falls • 738-1801 • These masters of interner design make custom made cabinets, countertops, furniture, built-ins, residential and commerical homes.

Department of Interiors 401 Pinnacle Way, Suite 108,

Eau Claire • 836-7797 • www.deptofinteriors.com Handles customized interior design for all needs, from an intimate living room to a majestic hotel ballroom, and specializes in feng shui design techniques for wellness.

People routinely get so excited by the greenhouses at May’s Floral Garden that they jump up and down from overexposure to geraniums and impatiens. It’s a proven, scientifc fact that we just made up.

Furniture to Go 312 E Madison St., Eau Claire • 5523297 • www.furnituretogo.biz A used furniture store.

store (headquartered in Eau Claire) includes all kinds of home niceties, including furnishings.

Dorig Designs LLC , • 514-4279 • DorigDesigns.com

Gerhards First Supply 596 Cameron St., Eau Claire •

Lydia’s 1053 N Hastings Way, Eau Claire • 552-0400 •

Duncan Creek Woodworks 4 Pond St, Chippewa Falls

Hirshfields Paint & Decorating 3640 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 835-9914 • www.hirshfields.com A century-old decorating business with an unrivaled selection of paints, wallcoverings, fabrics, and window fashions.

One of A Kind Interior Design 217 N. Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • 726-2000 • oneofakindinteriordesign.com Amy Burke specializes in residential and commercial interior design, taking on projects ranging from bathroom remodels all the way to managing the construction of your new home.

Adrienne Dorig Leland is an interior designer specializing in kitchens and bathrooms, both modern and traditional. She also does custom cabinetry.

• 720-1400 • www.duncancreekwood.com Makes custom designed and special order wood furniture.

Economy Furniture 16051 Hwy J, Chippewa Falls • 723-1444 • www.economyfurniture.us A local business carrying loads of furniture made by national companies.

Erin Designs, LLC 420 S Barstow St, Suite #5, Eau Claire

• 715-456-1850 • www.erindesigns.com Sustainable, eco-friendly interior design consulting. Erin is committed to understanding the environmental impact of all her projects. By incorporating “Green Building” practices, she helps clients create healthy places to live and work.

FUNCSHUN id 10446 162nd St., Chippewa Falls • 2260666 • www.funcshunid.com This Chippewa Falls business handles all your interior design needs and is run by Laura Gamble, a designer with experience from New York to Seattle and with clients like Kodak, Microsoft, and Seattle International Airport.

Furniture Loft Outlet 1849 Hwy OO, Chippewa Falls •

832-2539 • Has just about every kind of furniture you could want for your home, from your living room to your dining room and bedroom.

832-6638 • www.1supply.com This wholesale showroom of building supplies includes, among other things, kitchen and bathroom cabinetry and flooring.

HOM Furniture 2921 Mall Dr., Eau Claire • 552-2555 • www.homfurniture.com A national chain furnishings store.

House Blend Lighting & Design 215 N Bridge St, Chip-

pewa Falls • 726-3080 • www.houseblendstudio.com This firm not only specializes in lighting, but also does residential design to any personal style and commercial designs that include Bridge Street Station and Dessert First/Benny HaHa.

Inside Lines 506 Water St, Eau Claire • 834-4230 •

www.insidelinesdesign.com This local home decor and furnishings store has everything from rugs/carpeting to dressers and dining rooms tables, plus interior designers on staff.

Interior Arts 308 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire • 834-8424 •

www.interiorarts.com Seasoned decorator Susan Jakober handles every stage of home and business interior design imaginable.

Just Kiss It Good Buy 11 E. Central St, Chippewa Falls • 738-1230 • www.justkissitgoodbuy.com A furniture and home decor consignment shop.

Korgers Furniture & Decorating 201 N Bridge St.,

Chippewa Falls • www.korgersdecorating.com A locally owned store with an extensive selection of paints/stains, furnishings, and some decor.

Lebakkens 2501 E. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire • 833-

1316 • www.lebakkensrto.com This rent-to-own chain

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www.lydiasgallery.com This store specializes in lighting and furnishings, with a staff willing to help you design your home from the furniture to the wall hangings.

Pier 1 Imports 4008 Commonwealth Ave., Eau Claire • 834-8002 • www.pier1.com A national chain of home décor and knick-knacks.

Red Barn Kitchen & Bath E6355 290th Ave, Menomonie • 664-8145 • redbarnkitchen.com Design services for kitchens and bathrooms, as well as quality cabinetry, countertops, plumbing fixtures, and sinks.

Siker’s Furniture & Carpeting 124 Graham Ave, Eau

Claire • 834-5026 • Features sofas, tables, chairs, and everything in between, as well as carpeting.

Slumberland Furniture 3227 E Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • 834-7272 • www.slumberland.com A national furniture chain.

Southern Oak Window Fashions 4575 Old Town Hall

Road, Eau Claire • 835-8557 • southernoakwindowfashions.hdspd.com Select the most fitting and beautiful window coverings from a wide variety of fabrics, colors, textures and styles.

Spectrum Factory Outlet 1600 Johnson St, Chippewa Falls • 738-2853 • www.spectrumfurniture.com A furniture manufacturer outlet store with mostly furnishings for offices.

TK Interior Design 5615 168th St, Chippewa Falls •

309-9668 • www.tkinteriordesign.com An interior design company dealing in both residential and commercial,

and handling everything from a full remodel to choosing paints, furniture, and cabinetry.

Wall to Wall Carpet One 3104 E. Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • 598-4360 • www.walltowallcarpetoneeauclaire. com They literally cover everything you could possibly step on in your home and business.

LoCAL EVENTs Create Your Own Hanging Basket Apr. 2, 10am-noon •

Green Oasis Garden Center in Lake Hallie, 1403 122nd St • FREE; though you pay for the materials • 832-0800 • Hands-on class with our in-house expert to learn how to create your own hanging basket. Bring in your own container or choose from many in the store. Learn how much soil to use, the correct amount of fertilizer, how many plants to fit in your container, and which plants are best for your growing conditions.

Vegetable Gardening 101 Apr. 2, 10:15am-noon • L.E.

Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire St • $5

• 839-4712 • Do you want to grow your own vegetables?

Do you attempt to grow vegetables each year but become frustrated by lackluster results? Then one or more of these gardening sessions are for you. Horticulture Educator, Erin LaFaive with Eau Claire County UW-Extension, will present three separate sessions about vegetable gardening. Topics include how to start a vegetable garden and how to manage diseases and other pests.

2nd Annual Southview Elementary Craft Fair Apr. 9, 9am-3pm • Southview Elementary School, 615 A Street • 726-2411 • Everyone is welcome to enjoy a day of shopping & eating while supporting Southview’s PTO. Great show for spring items, garden items, country home decorating, many kinds of jewelry, needlework & sewing variety, ceramics, homemade soaps, candles, doll clothes, pet supplies, woodworking, scrapbooking in over 50 booths, plus much more.

Common Diseases of Vegetable Gardens Apr. 23,

10am-noon • Eau Claire County Extension Office, 227 1st St. W., #A • $5 • 839-4712 • Horticulture Educator, Erin LaFaive with Eau Claire County UW-Extension,

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Hanging baskets enjoy hanging out at The Flower Farm more than any other place on the planet. It’s that cool. will present three separate sessions about vegetable gardening. Topics include how to start a vegetable garden and how to manage diseases and other pests.

Common Insect and Wildlife Pests of Vegetable Gardens May. 7, 10am-noon • Eau Claire County Extension

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Office, 227 1st St. W., #A • $5 • 839-4712 • If you answered yes, then one or more of these gardening sessions are for you. Horticulture Educator, Erin LaFaive with Eau Claire County UW-Extension, will present three separate sessions about vegetable gardening. Topics include how to start a vegetable garden and how to manage diseases and other pests.

Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association 37th Annual Parade of Homes Every Day from Jun. 11 to Jun.

19, • Various locations around Eau Claire; for more information refer to contact info • Cost TBA • 835-2526 • www.cvhomebuilders.com.

Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra Garden Stroll Jun. 18, 9am-4pm • CVSO Office, 316 Eau Claire St • $12 • 832-6366 • Come tour six beautifully decorated

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gardens. A map to each garden accompanies the purchase of a ticket. At each stop, members of the Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra will be performing as guests take in the view.

Chippewa Valley Home Builders Association: 3rd Annual Remodelers Showcase Aug. 27-28, • Location TBA, see website for details www.cvhomebuilders.com.

GROUPS Chippewa Valley Rose Society, • 552-0372 • A group of

people who grow and enjoy roses in West Central Wisconsin. CVRS an affiliate of the American Rose Society.

Community Beautification Association Inc (CBA, Inc), • mail: CBA, Inc, P.O. Box 413, Ea • Volunteers plant and maintain gardens in public spaces around Eau Claire, including at the expo center, senior center, Phoenix Park, and the intersection of Highway 12 and Hastings Way.

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